Description: A unique project documenting the history of Leicester's Chinese community, including an exhibition and documentary on Leicester's Chinese Heritage.
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The trends begun in the 1950s continue into the 1960s, leading to a huge growth in business development. Chinese restaurants and takeaways flourish and continue to thrive throughout subsequent decades.
The 1950s see a marked increase in Leicester’s Chinese population after the 1948 British Nationality Act creates ‘Citizens of the United Kingdom and Colonies’ status, guaranteeing Commonwealth citizens the right to live and work in the UK.
Place of Birth (China) 1951 Census